Done Quote by Jodi Rell
“Managers, regardless of salary, should not be allowed to earn or use comp time. They are expected to work as many hours as needed to get the job done - especially at these salary levels.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Labor Policy, 2012
Managers should not accrue or use compensatory time; they must work the hours required for their responsibilities, especially at higher salary levels.
In simple terms: Managers should not use comp time; they must work needed hours.
Key Takeaway
Reject comp time for managers.
Themes
workplace fairness
hourly expectations
management policy
Mood
critical
assertive
Type
policy
advice
When to use this quote
- executive meetings
- project deadlines
- high‑pressure periods
- budget cycles
Key Concepts
labor law
equity
time management
Questions to Reflect On
- Is mandatory work hours realistic for all roles?
- How can fairness be balanced with flexibility?
A Different Perspective
Higher‑paid staff may already have flexibility, making strict bans contentious.
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